Ooh, it's so neat getting to see the flowers as they were before and after the edit. ^^ Your idea of using them to lighten up the picture in darker areas was still very neat, in my opinion, but now in the edit it really seems as though they're in the picture with everything else. They have the same vivid lighting from the sun along with the heavy shading... either way they brighten up the scene. I think I like the edited way better though since it fits in so well and the flowers have a little more varied color to them. ^^
The few brighter orange spots in the sky a smidge above the sun are there for the camera glare and the other effects the sun has on pictures, right? That's what it looks like to me anyways, it's wonderful you did it on your own without using a digital effect, and you made it look quite moderate too... so it's not impacting the picture too heavily or too little.

I forgot to mention the little detail of how you only included the lighting and wrinkles on the hammoc where the sun shows through, and left the areas dark where the characters are sitting, or laying perhaps. X3 Totally realistic, bravo. :3

From what's seen of the characters, they look well done, you included shading behind them from the sun in areas which would need to be darkened, but you kept a bit of light in areas that would be appropriate so that there'd still be detail there. ^^ And I love the pearl neclace too, kind of odd that someone'd wear it like that, but it did help show them off for the picture, and it's actually pretty cute that way. Definitely well done Tobers, super joberoo!

Actions speak louder than words...or in this case, pictures! Simply by staring at this, I can tell this picture has a lot of meaning and love poured into it, you know what I mean? Yeah, you do. =P I mean, this is what the picture's all about. Really, one can't help but smile after looking at this. It truly shows the friendship you've formed with Kazzi ever since you first met her in...uh, well, you know when you first met.

The scene is really well thought out, first of all. The place is just perfect for this type of quiet, calming mood (like all those nice times you've mentioned. Sure that gave you some inspiration as well?). The beautiful sunset far out there adds to the realism of the scene, too, with all those nice silent waves. ^^ Its color variety adds some more decoration to the atmosphere.

I found it kind of neat how the, uh, bed thingy is supported by the flowers to the side. I don't know if flowers can grow from tree bark, or maybe it was placed there, but nevertheless, it makes a nice decoration, no? ;]

It's good that you didn't make the entire field covered by flowers, because then it would become obvious. They were all placed nicely in great locations, but the small quantity helped in maintaining the natural look of the setting. Unique grass shapes galore, and this one kind of reminds me of the way you draw your hair. ^-^

Aaand yes, this picture would not be complete without the main crew, right? You two look pretty comfortable there! ;) I don't know why, but I like how Kazzi's necklace was also given a glimpse. Oh, and the mouse below the tree definitely reminds us of you two. Great work.

If you don't mind my saying so, my only piece of advice is to add some sand at the land's edge. It IS a beach after all. ;P Or unless it was intentional.

I'm sorry if my comment sounds rushed, but it's currently raining outside (it hasn't rained in a while!), and it somehow is distracting me from my typing. ><

I gave this a favorite on deviant art; really like the description you had there. It's people like you that help me value the love of friendship more than I could ever imagine Toby and for that, I thank you :)

You're a good person and there are VERY few and far between that come off as nice and considerate as you.

As for the picture, it's nice, I love the techniques you use! The way the sun is reflecting off the water on the horizon looks great and I love the way it builds up to that. The picture is bright and full of positive energy and it just is really great to look at, it makes me feel happy lol. As always, keep up the good work even if this is a bit old :)